Technical Buyer|10-ASC-085

ELGi · Coimbatore

Collected role description

Part 1 :: Job Description Section A: Job Position: <table class="MsoTableGrid" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="border:none;"> <tbody><tr> <td width="170" style="width:127.45pt;border:solid 1pt;background:#F2F2F2;padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;"> Job Position </td> <td width="170" style="width:127.45pt;border-top:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;"> Technical Buyer-Materials </td> <td width="179" style="width:133.95pt;border-top:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;"> Band (M1 to M5) </td> <td width="179" style="width:133.95pt;border-top:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;"> M1-B/M1-C </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="170" style="width:127.45pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;"> BU / Function </td> <td width="170" style="width:127.45pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;"> Operations </td> <td width="179" style="width:133.95pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;"> Level (1 to 6) </td> <td width="179" style="width:133.95pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;"> </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="170" style="width:127.45pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;"> Reporting to </td> <td width="170" style="width:127.45pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;"> Sr Manager- Technical Buyer </td> <td width="179" style="width:133.95pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;"> Location </td> <td width="179" style="width:133.95pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;"> India </td> </tr> <tr> <td width="340" colspan="2" style="width:254.9pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;"> Jobs Reporting into </td> <td width="357" colspan="2" style="width:267.9pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;"> NA </td> </tr> </tbody></table> Section B: Defining the Purpose of the Job: <table class="MsoTableGrid" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="border:none;"> <tbody><tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:60.7pt;"> <td width="144" style="width:108.2pt;border:solid 1pt;background:#F2F2F2;padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;height:60.7pt;"> Purpose </td> <td width="553" style="width:414.6pt;border-top:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:60.7pt;"> The role holder is individual contributor responsible for driving and executing Sourcing and Cost Reduction strategies to optimize supply chain operations and achieve cost efficiencies. This role involves managing supplier relationships, sourcing activities, and ensuring that sourcing practices align with organizational goals and industry best practices. The role holder contributes to strategic sourcing initiatives, enhances supplier performance, and supports global procurement processes, thereby ensuring the company's competitive edge and operational excellence in a dynamic market environment. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> Section C: Key stakeholders and their expectations: <table class="MsoTableGrid" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" width="705" style="width:528.5pt;border:none;"> <tbody><tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:1pt;"> <td width="132" style="width:99pt;border:solid 1pt;background:#F2F2F2;padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;height:1pt;"> Key Stakeholders </td> <td width="144" valign="top" style="width:1.5in;border-top:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;height:1pt;"> List </td> <td width="429" valign="top" style="width:321.5pt;border-top:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;height:1pt;"> Key Expectations of Stakeholders </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:13.45pt;"> <td width="132" rowspan="4" style="width:99pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13.45pt;"> Internal </td> <td width="144" style="width:1.5in;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13.45pt;"> Planning and Logistics Team </td> <td width="429" style="width:321.5pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13.45pt;"> Demand forecasting, Inventory management inputs, Delivery updates </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:13pt;"> <td width="144" style="width:1.5in;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13pt;"> PMO Team </td> <td width="429" style="width:321.5pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13pt;"> Supplier identification for product development as per global requirements </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:13pt;"> <td width="144" style="width:1.5in;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13pt;"> Operations Team </td> <td width="429" style="width:321.5pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13pt;"> Synchronization of supply chain processes with production schedules to meet quality and customer expectations </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:13pt;"> <td width="144" style="width:1.5in;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13pt;"> Finance Team </td> <td width="429" style="width:321.5pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13pt;"> Cost management and accurate financial reporting for procurement and logistics. </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:0.2in;"> <td width="132" rowspan="4" style="width:99pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:0.2in;"> External </td> <td width="144" style="width:1.5in;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:0.2in;"> Suppliers/Vendors </td> <td width="429" style="width:321.5pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:0.2in;"> On-time delivery of components, adherence to service-level agreements (SLAs), and supplier risk mitigation. </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:15.7pt;"> <td width="144" style="width:1.5in;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:15.7pt;"> Logistics Partners </td> <td width="429" style="width:321.5pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:15.7pt;"> Efficient, cost-effective transportation and distribution of products. </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:15.7pt;"> <td width="144" style="width:1.5in;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:15.7pt;"> Service Providers </td> <td width="429" style="width:321.5pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:15.7pt;"> Reliable and high-quality support for logistics and distribution operations. </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:13pt;"> <td width="144" style="width:1.5in;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13pt;"> Regulatory Authorities </td> <td width="429" style="width:321.5pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:13pt;"> Full compliance with import/export regulations and industry standards. </td> </tr> </tbody></table> **: This list is indicative. It may vary for each role. Section D: Defining Result Outcomes<a>:</a><a></a><a></a> <table class="MsoTableGrid" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="border:none;"> <tbody><tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:22pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border:solid 1pt;background:#F2F2F2;padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;height:22pt;"> Key Expectations of Stakeholders </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-top:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;height:22pt;"> Result Outcomes to achieve expectations </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:49.9pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:49.9pt;"> Process Improvement </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:49.9pt;"> Drive continuous improvement in sourcing processes, identifying and implementing best practices and process enhancements to increase sourcing efficiency and effectiveness </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:49.9pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:49.9pt;"> Strategy Development </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:49.9pt;"> Develop and implement comprehensive Sourcing strategies on Supplier development and Cost management initiatives that are aligned with the company’s strategic objectives and operational needs </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:49.9pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:49.9pt;"> Supplier empanelment </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:49.9pt;"> New supplier induction and development to expand the supplier base and ensure a robust supply chain. </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:46.75pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:46.75pt;"> Supplier Selection and Qualification </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:46.75pt;"> Provide inputs for supplier selection and qualification processes, evaluating potential suppliers based on capabilities, quality, cost, and reliability </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:35.5pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Cross-functional Collaboration </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing activities with operational requirements and project goals </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:35.5pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Compliance and Quality Assurance </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Adhere to sourcing policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with organizational standards and industry regulations </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:35.5pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Budgeting </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Support in Zero Base Costing (ZBC) of parts for cost reduction and process optimization. </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:35.5pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Documentation Management </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Manage and maintain sourcing documentation, including supplier contracts, agreements, and performance reports </td> </tr> </tbody></table> Section E: Defining Enabling Outcomes: <table class="MsoTableGrid" border="1" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" style="border:none;"> <tbody><tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:27.85pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border:solid 1pt;background:#F2F2F2;padding:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt;height:27.85pt;"> Result Outcomes to achieve expectations </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-top:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;background:rgb(242,242,242);padding:0in 5.4pt;height:27.85pt;"> Enabling outcomes to achieve results outcomes </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:40.9pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:40.9pt;"> Operational Enhancement </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:40.9pt;"> Identifying and implementing best practices and process enhancements to increase sourcing efficiency and effectiveness </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:35.5pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Market Research </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Utilizing market intelligence to inform sourcing decisions and strategies based on market trends, supply chain dynamics, and commodity pricing </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:35.5pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Interdepartmental Coordination </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:35.5pt;"> Facilitating communication and collaboration with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to address any sourcing challenges </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:40pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:40pt;"> Regulatory Adherence & Quality Control </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:40pt;"> Conducting audits and reviews to assess adherence to sourcing practices and identify areas for improvement </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:40pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:40pt;"> Supplier Performance Assessment </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:40pt;"> Analysing key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assess supplier effectiveness and implementing corrective actions as needed </td> </tr> <tr style="border-left:1px solid #000000;height:40pt;"> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-right:1pt solid;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-left:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:40pt;"> Budgeting </td> <td width="349" style="width:261.4pt;border-bottom:1pt solid;border-right:1pt solid;padding:0in 5.4pt;height:40pt;"> Adhere to the Zero Base Costing (ZBC) process of parts for cost reduction and process optimization. </td> </tr> </tbody></table>

Collected experience requirement

5 - 8 Years